Whose responsibility is it that you are in a good marriage? Doug continues to share common phrases that can help each spouse take responsibility in strengthening their marriage.

Listener questions and comments:

• Michelle - My husband is in recovery for drug and alcohol addiction right now and he has taken on the addiction of working and I want to navigate through this while he can’t fulfill my needs emotionally. (19:00)
• Chris - I struggle with telling my wife that I trust her. She will have an outburst and threaten me. How can I get better at trusting her? (32:38)
• Matt - What do I do if I’m in a marriage that makes me want to satisfy my wife and her children but will force me to turn away from God? (38:19)
• Sylvia - I’m a recovering alcoholic. There is hope and your family will come around. (46:38)

Resources:

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Phrases to instantly strengthen your marriage

1. I appreciate you.
2. I am sorry.
3. I believe in you.
4. How can I help?
5. You make me happy!
6. I trust you.
7. I’m proud of you.
8. Let’s talk about it.
9. I’m grateful for us.
10. What do you think?
11. I love you.
12. I’m here for you.
13. I admire you.
14. Thank you for being you.
15. We can do this.